Topeka Drive PTA
September 2024 Newsletter
September News
A Note from Topeka Drive PTA
Topeka Drive PTA has started the year with an amazing array of community events, association meetings and fundraisers. We would like to thank our community for coming together in support of our school and enrichment programs that benefit our children.
We are excited to announce the Tiger Fund Drive has been extended to September 20th! This year our goal is to raise $75,000. It is a hefty goal, but we are confident our community can come together once again and help us attain it. The Tiger Fund Drive ends on September 13th so there is still time to register and share!
Thank you for all your support, Topeka families!
TIGER FUND DRIVE - EXTENDED TO 9/20
As of September 12th at 8:00 pm, Tiger Fund has raised $42,938!
There is still time to register and donate for your child if you have not already done so! Click HERE and use School Identifier: 64d223f308d5c to register today!
Check out the informational video HERE or click on the image.
What is Tiger Fund? The TIGER FUND is Topeka Drive Charter’s “direct ask” donation program run by the Topeka Drive PTA. This fund has typically funded Topeka's enrichment programs including Computerwise, Psychomotor, the Garden Ranger Program, and more.
For all the details, donation brochure and FAQ's, please visit the PTA Tiger Fund page HERE.
FUN FRIDAY ON 9/13
Fifth Grade will be hosting and selling popsicles and ice cream cups for $1 each. Cash only! Hope to see you there. The 5th Grade Committee thanks you in advance for your continuous support and contributions to our 5th grade class.
BEAUTIFICATION DAY ON 9/14
Beautification Day is a wonderful way to come together as a community and work towards making Topeka a better place for our children. We hope to see you there!
When: Saturday, September 14 from 8 am to 1 pm
Please bring your own work gloves, tools, and paper bags. Don't forget your sunscreen and water!
SNACK SHACK ON 9/17
Parents! Snack Shack is back on Tuesday, September 17 at 1:30 pm. All items range between $1 to $3. This is a 5th Grade Fundraiser. Your support helps our 5th Graders have the best year ever at Topeka.
DINE-OUT AT THE STAND ON 9/18
Topeka Drive PTA's first Dine-Out of the year takes place on September 18, 2024 from 11AM to 9PM. The Stand will donate 25% of your purchase to our school.
Order with The Stand App or online at THESTAND.COM
Enter Coupon Code: TOPEKA at checkout
Or show this flyer at the register.
For more information and a printable flyer, please go to: https://topekacharter.lausd.org/apps/pages/fundraisers
MOVIE NIGHT ON 9/20
The 5th Grade Committee invites you to a movie under the stars at Topeka! Bring a blanket and your family and join us for this fun and FREE community event.
When: September 20, 2024 from 6 pm to 8 pm
The Concession Stand will be fully stocked so come hungry!
(Movie TBA)
(a 5th Grade Fundraiser)
PTA ASSOCIATION MEETING ON 9/24
Topeka Drive PTA Association Meeting takes place on September 24th at 6:30 pm in the auditorium. This year, the PTA would love for parents and guardians, teachers and staff, to join us in planning and implementing community building events, fundraisers, including Tiger Fund with our most ambitious fundraising goal so far! Let’s make Topeka stronger together!
Free refreshments provided by PTA and free Childcare provided by the YMCA.
FAMILY DANCE ON 10/4
SAVE THE DATE: The Family Dance is taking place on October 4th!
If you would like to help organize the dance, join the planning committee! Send us an email if you're interested at: topekaptacalendar@gmail.com.
SPIRIT WEAR SALE
Topeka Parents! It’s time to show your school spirit, Topeka Charter community! Our Back-To-School Spirit Wear Sale is here with 30% off the entire site! Check out our new designs today!
Order at: 1stplace.sale/106561
NOTE: This is targeted for adults…parents, teachers, staff, grandparents, etc. Parents can purchase Youth Spirit wear, including the orange Topeka t-shirts for field trips, on the Topeka website.
TOPEKA BIRTHDAY PACKAGES
Looking for a way to celebrate your child’s birthday at TOPEKA? You can purchase a birthday package to help them celebrate with our school community and 100% of this money goes to TOPEKA! There are several packages to choose from ranging from $10 to $35. Check out the flyer HERE.
PTA EVENTS - AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
Chat Coffee and Bagel
Welcome Back Teacher/Staff Lunch
Popsicle Social for Topeka Families
The PTA welcomed new families with a fun popsicle party! Everyone had fun and enjoyed getting to know their new school.
JOIN THE PTA!
PTA connects families, schools, and communities by providing programs and services at your child’s school. We encourage all of you to become members of the Topeka Drive PTA! For only $10 you gain membership, voting privileges, and recognition as a Topeka PTA member. Our meetings are once a month and alternate from morning to evening each month to accommodate all schedules. Make your voice heard!
Thank you for your support!
Click HERE and sign up!
PTA Board Chairs
President: Melina Ray
Executive Vice President: Gabriela Knutson
VP Ways & Means: Tina Abdunuryan
VP of Membership: Daphne Kozek
Secretary: Joey Fazzone
Treasurer: Pogos Abdunuryan
Auditor: Kiyo Tsutsui
Parliamentarian: Gwen Casas
Tiger Fund Chair: Leah Luftman
Historian: Stephanie Heisler
5th Grade Committee Chair: Bonnie Icenbice & Jessica Santillan